We’re a year into the future right now. At this point, the training wheels are off, and developers are kranking out games that are taking proper advantage of the hardware in front of them. But there’s always going to be that one game that defines a console, that carries it forward, raking in applause, accolades and sales. And this year, the Xbox One had a killer exclusive ace up its sleeve that grabbed us by the eyeballs.
And the winner is…Sunset Overdrive!
Brash, audacious and just pure fun, Sunset Overdrive took us by surprise this year. Not only does it look great, it plays fantastically as well as the game ditches crates and concrete barriers for a traversal system that has players constantly on the move. Sunset Overdrive was also one of a select few games this year that managed to launch without any substantial day one problems, thanks to a solid design process.
It’s also a joy to behold in action, as the colourful palette brightened up the gaming scene with explosions of vibrant primary colours and a don’t-give-a-damn attitude that made it endearing. Beyond the single-player experience, the game was equally enjoyable in the online space thanks to Chaos Squad, which set players against the clock to complete objectives and survive the night.
Honourable mentions:
Halo: The Master Chief Collection, Forza Horizon 2
Last Updated: December 19, 2014
Admiral Chief Octacore
December 19, 2014 at 07:52
Ok then, so it starts
hubble19
December 19, 2014 at 07:56
Yay, now I’ve got something to do at work…read the LG awards lol
Admiral Chief Octacore
December 19, 2014 at 07:57
Hahaha, when are you going on leave?
hubble19
December 19, 2014 at 08:57
Today at 12. Long overdue. Thanks to not getting a 13th cheque and my company messing up my tax and me having to pay SARS a truckload of money I am seriously considering burning the place down on my way out and not coming back next year.
Not even the Steam sale can cheer me up.
Hammersteyns upvote cheered me up but thats mandatory.
Merry Xmas guys
Generic ZA
December 19, 2014 at 07:54
Good choice for the Xbox One best game of 2014 (two thumbs up), the super sexy cirrus white console that came with it also needs a special mention …
Raptor Rants A Lot
December 19, 2014 at 08:07
I didn’t play enough of this to truly comment. I felt it would become too much of the same after a bit of play. But hey, it’s definitely better than most other games that have come out
DarthZA
December 19, 2014 at 08:22
I wasn’t going to get it because I thought the exact same thing, but the Lazygamer video and review changed my mind. This is almost my game of the year, and most definitely my top choice for XOne game of the year. I’m getting close to 100% everything now, and am still wanting more.
Raptor Rants A Lot
December 19, 2014 at 08:26
Nice. I’m honestly glad to hear that.
Seems it’s one of those games where you have to put in a bit of time to get going with it.
The D
December 19, 2014 at 08:48
I made a video that actually influenced a person for the positive? Holy shit, I fucked up bad.
Rock789
December 19, 2014 at 08:22
Still need to check out Sunset Overdrive. Looking forward to giving it a go sometime. 🙂
P.S. Forza Horizon 2 RULES!! Coz reasons! 😉 😛
Pieter Kruger
December 19, 2014 at 08:38
Niiiiiiiiiiiiice! ????
CAE9872
December 19, 2014 at 11:02
The game is in my Xmas stocking!!! So will try it soon when I am done with my Borderlands addiction.
NeverGlade
January 6, 2015 at 14:06
That mission where you craft the sword => Most fun I have had on my XBO to date. Good choice of game bro, I seriously loved it from the moment I picked it up. 🙂